Digital Asset ETP Inflows $716 Million; AuM Rebounds $180 Billion

• The increase pushed total assets under management to $180 billion, a figure that remains below the record high of $264 billion
• New investments came from all over, with the US bringing in the most at $483 million, Germany adding $96.9 million, and Canada $80.7 million
• Bitcoin funds attracted $352 million, XRP saw very strong demand with $245 million, and Chainlink set a new record by pulling in $52.8 million

Digital asset exchange-traded products attracted net inflows of $716 million last week. This increase pushed total assets under management to $180 billion, a figure that remains below the record high of $264 billion.

The new investments came from all over, with the US bringing in the most at $483 million, Germany adding $96.9 million, and Canada $80.7 million.

XRP and Bitcoin: The Heavyweights

Last week, Bitcoin funds attracted $352 million, XRP saw very strong demand with $245 million, and Chainlink set a new record by pulling in $52.8 million, which is over half of its total fund value. At the same time, short Bitcoin ETPs recorded outflows, indicating a reduction in negative market sentiment.

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According to the same data from CoinShares, a mid-week dip in crypto investments was linked to macroeconomic data releases in the United States, which spooked investors of potential inflation. If macro data or Fed guidance turns hawkish, flows can reverse quickly.

It’s worth noting that when a large amount of money pours into a smaller crypto fund all at once (like it just did with Chainlink), it can push the price up sharply and cause bigger swings in the short term.

Institutional Access To Crypto ETPs Expands

Big financial institutions are increasingly enabling client investments in cryptocurrency ETPs. For instance, Bank of America will let its financial advisors at Merrill Lynch and other branches suggest crypto ETPs to clients, starting in early 2026.

In another sign of wider access, Vanguard and other brokerages have recently listed third-party crypto ETFs on their platforms. This makes buying and selling these funds much simpler for everyday investors and large firms alike, as they don’t have to worry about storing the crypto themselves. The expansion of this distribution network is a big reason why so much more money is flowing in from the US.

Also, regulators are progressing with plans to incorporate cryptocurrency trading within established, regulated market frameworks, such as listing spot contracts on CFTC-registered exchanges. This growing sense of security makes it easier for large investment funds to include crypto ETFs in their portfolios.

Overall, the data suggests a steady return of institutional confidence, with investors positioning for a potentially stronger market environment heading into 2026.

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